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English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor

Company
JVS of MetroWest
Location
East Orange, NJ
Added
2026-08-07

Job description

What we are looking for Candidates should have knowledge of ESL teaching methodologies and College and Career Readiness standards. Candidates should understand that the most important part of the program is to be student-centric and relevant.

Essential Functions

• Conducts classes for 12 hours per week, per class
• Utilizes a variety of approaches to maximize the learning of a range of students
• Incorporates learning on such issues as workplace skills, health literacy, and financial literacy, into the program
• Motivate students
• Recognizes student achievement
• Assures that teaching is relevant to student needs
• Participates in established CARF Standards

Planning and Performance Measurement

• Monitors and reports attendance
• Assures that essential topics related to life and work skills constitute the major portion of class time
• Prepares students for post-tests which delineate progress
• Maintains contact with department staff to address attendance concerns
• Utilizes SmartBoard, computers and/or iPads with students on a regular basis
• Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills

Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Minimum BA degree
TESOL Certification (preferred)
Minimum two years of experience teaching adults
Experience teaching Beginning English language learners (preferred)

Salary 
$35.00 /hr

JVS of Metrowest is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age veteran status, or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law.

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